Business Details
36 Years
experience
Professional Headshots & Branding Images in Seattle
Crain Photography is Seattle's premier photography studio specializing in professional headshots, branding images, team portraits, and group portraits. Founded in 1990, our team combines decades of experience with a passion for capturing authentic moments. Our photographers hold industry certifications including the Masters of Photography degree and Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) designation from the Professional Photographers of America. We prioritize personalized service, offering flexible packages tailored to individual and corporate needs. Our process includes expert coaching on posing, expression, and personal branding to ensure clients feel confident during sessions.With a commitment to excellence, we deliver high-quality, polished images through fast turnaround times and professional retouching. Our work has earned consistent praise for creating a comfortable environment that produces natural, impactful visuals. Located in south Burien, we serve Seattle and surrounding areas including Tacoma, Kent, and Federal Way. Our portfolio spans corporate professionals, actors, families, and organizations seeking to elevate their visual presence through exceptional photography.
Services
Professional Headshots
LinkedIn Headshots
Branding Images
Team Portraits
Group Portraits
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- Expert photographers with a keen eye for detail and a passion for their craft
- Flexible packages tailored to individual needs and preferences
- Fast turnaround times and professional retouching for flawless results
- Personalized coaching on posing, expression, and personal branding
- Award-winning experience spanning corporate, family, and event photography
Associations and certifications
- Professional Photographers of America (PPA)
- Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
What people say
Amazing experience
Professional and did a great job
Highly recommend
Made us feel comfortable
Exceptional images
Services
Professional Headshots
Professional headshots capture your confidence and professionalism for career or business purposes. Our sessions focus on lighting, composition, and expression to create polished images for LinkedIn profiles, corporate websites, and marketing materials. Clients receive expert guidance on posing and outfit selection to ensure authentic, impactful results that reflect their personal brand.
Branding Images
Branding images visually represent your business identity through customized photo sessions. We create cohesive visual narratives that highlight your company culture, products, or services. These images enhance marketing materials, websites, and social media platforms while maintaining consistency with your brand's messaging and values across all visual content.
Team Portraits
Team portraits showcase organizational unity and professional culture through coordinated group photography. Our approach balances formal composition with natural expressions to highlight team dynamics. These portraits serve corporate branding needs, office displays, and marketing materials while maintaining individual recognition within the group setting.
LinkedIn Headshots
LinkedIn headshots create strong first impressions for professional networking profiles. Sessions emphasize approachable professionalism through strategic posing and lighting. We ensure images meet platform specifications while maintaining visual consistency with your career goals and industry standards for digital professional representation.
Group Portraits
Group portraits preserve family milestones and social gatherings with professional quality. Our photographers coordinate large groups while maintaining individual visibility. Sessions accommodate special events, reunions, and holiday photos with attention to lighting and composition that enhances natural interactions between subjects.
People
Andrew Crain
Lead Photographer
Andrew Crain is a certified professional photographer with over 30 years of experience. He holds the Masters of Photography degree from the Professional Photographers of America and has served as president of the Washington state affiliate. His career spans wedding photography, corporate events, and headshot specialization since 2010.
Questions
What types of photography services do you offer?
We specialize in professional headshots, branding images, team portraits, and group portraits for individuals and businesses in the Seattle area.
How should I prepare for a headshot session?
Wear professional attire that reflects your personal style, practice posing in a mirror, and arrive with clean, styled hair for optimal photo results.
Do you offer on-location photography?
Yes, we provide both studio sessions at our Burien location and on-location shoots at offices or outdoor settings within our service areas.
How long does a typical session last?
Sessions typically last 30-60 minutes, allowing time for outfit changes and multiple pose variations to ensure comprehensive image selection.
What post-processing services do you provide?
We offer professional retouching including background adjustments, minor blemish removal, and lighting enhancements to ensure polished final images.
How quickly will I receive my photos?
Clients receive edited images within 4-7 business days, with expedited options available for urgent requests through prior arrangement.
Reviews (6)
Genevieve Davis
Jan 31, 2022
Report
Andrew is a great photographer and I was very pleased with his services. I worked with Andrew on having some headshot images taken by him and the photos he took turned out great. I would highly recommend his services.
Chris Lemig
Jan 24, 2022
Report
Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Crain Photography is the only place you need to go to get quality, professional headshots. Andrew not only has technical mastery of the art of photography but has the ability to put you at ease and bring out your very best "look". Can't recommend them enough!
Crain Photography is the only place you need to go to get quality, professional headshots. Andrew not only has technical mastery of the art of photography but has the ability to put you at ease and bring out your very best "look". Can't recommend them enough!
Andrea Reay
Jan 24, 2022
Report
Andrew is such a professional and we are always thrilled with his work. Whether it's business headshots, event photography or family portraits, we can always count on Andrew to deliver exceptional images. Highly recommend!
Ashley Tohlen
Jan 23, 2022
Report
I had an awesome experience working with Andrew on my headshot. He was able to utilize the very small space he was provided and still turn out a picture that made me feel beautiful and confident. I can't wait to get my face out there with Andrew's photo!
Harmony Road Rocks
Aug 03, 2021
Report
Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Andrew is great. We've done several projects together. His photographs have helped me promote both my music and my paint contracting business. We have plans for more work in the future and I look forward to working with him. He's a total pro and a great guy.
Andrew is great. We've done several projects together. His photographs have helped me promote both my music and my paint contracting business. We have plans for more work in the future and I look forward to working with him. He's a total pro and a great guy.
Martin Culbert
Jul 18, 2021
Report
Positive:Quality
Andrew will be taking care of all my photo needs forever. His photos for my City Council campaign are still my favorites. Andrew does awesome portraits and head-shots.
Andrew will be taking care of all my photo needs forever. His photos for my City Council campaign are still my favorites. Andrew does awesome portraits and head-shots.
